Off-road bike paths are bike routes for scenic rides that generally run alongside creeks and rivers, but riders must be vigilant and on the lookout for some perils that may present themselves around every corner.

According to law CVC 21202 (a), a bicycle rider can occupy a vehicle lane to legally make a left turn just as any other vehicle can. However, statistics show that this is not a safe place for a cyclist to be in against inattentive drivers.